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AFLNRJ have recently been made aware of some conflicting circumstances that would make a large portion of our Invitees, Players and Club officials unavailable to attend the 2017 Presentation Night on the original date of the 5th September. Please see full article for detailsmore

Unfortunately the fields at Byron are closed and will remain closed for all of tomorrow so tomorrow nights session is cancelled. Instead we will be holding the second trial session this Monday 19th June 4.30pm - 6.30pm at Byron. Refer to article for further details.more

We would like to invite all Northern Rivers players (12 - 17 Years) to attend two trial sessions for the selection of the Northern Rivers teams which will be held on Thursday 8th June and Thursday 15th June from 4.30pm - 6.30pm at Byron Bay.more

AFLNRJ are excited to announce the confirmed details of the 2017 Law Society Lunch on Friday the 16th June at the Ballina RSL function room.
Following the success of last years event, the Far North Coast Law Society have again partnered with AFLNRJ for the fundraising luncheon.

Due to the current weather status of Cyclone Debbie, it is with great disappointment AFLNRJ have had to cancel this weekends Pre-Season Cup at Byron Bay. This includes games on Friday night (31/3) and Sunday (2/4).

Please circulate this message to your appropriate members and stay safe over the next 24 hours.

Nominations are now open for the 2016 AFL Queensland Volunteer and Coach Awards.
Volunteers and coaches are the lifeblood of Australian football. Without them, we simply would not have a game.
They work for the love of the football, not pay checks or praise. Be it mentoring and encouraging our juniors, turning the snags on the match day BBQ or tending the club books.more

After assessing the latest weather forecasts and warnings AFLNRJ have decided to cancel all games tomorrow (Sunday 19th June) based around the safety of those that are required to travel and also the safety of our players.more

AFL Legend Robert 'Dipper' DiPierdomenico and Australian Sports Journalist Roy Masters will be speaking at this years Law Society Luncheon at the Ramada Hotel on Friday the 27th May. All proceeds from this luncheon will go to AFL Northern Rivers Juniors. If you would like to attend this fantastic event, please click 'more' and download the RSVP form.more

The 2016 AFL Pre-season us upon us with Nab Challenge Games fast approaching. Feb 8th- March 13th will see AFL teams travel to metro and regional locations across the country to compete for the Pre-season cup. Get along to the Brisbane Lions V GWS Giants at Metricon Stadium on Sunday the 13th March. For more details visit www.afl.com.aumore

Nominations are now open for the 2015 AFL Queensland Volunteer and Coach of the Year Awards.
AFLQ will select a State Volunteer of the Year from the nominations. He or she will receive a grand final package for them and their partner that includes air fares, accommodation and grand final tickets. They will also attend a grand final function and take part in the official AFL Grand Final Parade.more

In October 2013 Queensland’s AFL community lost one of its greats, with the tragic passing of then State Development Manager, Troy Clarke, aged 44.
To commemorate Clarke, AFL Queensland and the Clarke family launched The Troy Clarke Scholarship in 2014.more

Last Friday saw the Northern Rivers AFL Staff travel the region to promote the new AFLNRJ U12 Girls Competition. The new initiative is part of the #Girlsplaytoo campaign with girls from Eltham Primary, St Carthages and St Francis Xavier all participating and enjoying the morning with our female promo staff.more

Coming up on the 10th of March AFL Northern Rivers Juniors and AFLQ Staff will be coordinating the first Junior Football umpire Program of the season. This is a great opportunity for juniors that would like to pursue Umpiring as well as their football development.more

Gold Coast Suns are visiting Byron Bay!
Coming up on Friday the 27th of February, AFL Queensland will be hosting the Gold Coast Super Clinic to be held at the Byron Bay Regional Sport and Cultural Complex.more

Recently our Summer Talent Program for U12/U14 kicked off again with a great turn out from the boys.After a long Christmas break, the boys showed great energy and plenty of skill. The main focus of last night was defensive structures,contested kicking and hand balling drillsmore

Monday Night marked the first Umpire training session of 2014. We we lucky to welcome two AFL Umpires Simon Meridith and Nick Liparota to take some of the session. Dont forget, if you would still like to register to Umpire this season, contact Molly Kenwood at aflnrj@gmail.com for details.
Season training dates and venues to be released soon.more

A reminder of the first Umpire training session at Byron next Monday evening. This session will be a fantastic way to kick off the 2014 season with two AFL Umpires in attendance. AFLNRJ would love to see as many umpires represent the League as possible.

Dont forget the 2014 Gold Coast SUNS Community Sign on is this Saturday the 8th of February!
The family fun starts at 1pm to 4pm at the Byron Bay Regional Sport and Cultural Complex, Ewingsdale and will include games and autographs with Suns players, an inflatable AFL playground, BBQ and lots of giveaways!
All Northern Rivers Clubs will be taking Junior Club registrations on the day.more

The AFL's newest game is coming to Byron Bay! AFL 9s is a fast, free flowing game with modified rules to suit all ages and skill levels. Mixed teams of 9 will play in a 9 week competition at the Byron Regional Sport and Cultural Complex, starting Thursday 17th October. Please see more for further details and registration information.more

Congratulations to AFLNRJ's major raffle winner Hadi Woodbry who will now be attending the AFL Grand Final in Melbourne, all flights and accommodation paid for! Hadi will be taking her excited grandson who played Super 8s for Brunswick Valley this year.more

Celebrate the valued work females contribute to AFL Football. Enjoy in the magnificent setting of Byron Bay’s Fig Tree Restaurant whilst dining on a sumptuous two course meal and complimentary wine.more

This week Australia celebrates National Volunteer Week in acknowledgement of the six million volunteers across the country who willingly donate their time and efforts throughout the year. Please view the full article to nominate an AFLNRJ Volunteer for the 2013 Volunteer and Coach Award.more

The 2012 U14 South Country Championships took place last weekend at Highfields AFC with all teams winning 1 of their 2 games played in the round robin format. Click here for further information.....more

A jumper presentation will take place on Wednesday night, at the Bangalow Sports Fields for the boys who have just been named in the U14 Northern Rivers Storm Team. After many months of training, some since November, the boys are ready to head to Toowoomba for the annual South East Queensland Country Championships.more

ITS NOT TOO LATE - JOIN DAY

Footy tipping is back and its BIGGER than ever!

This season we have expanded the comp with heaps of extra cash and lots of really cool weekly prizes. Not only can you win cash prizes, but also other great prizes like a night at the Ramada Hotel, Ballina and more.

All proceeds go towards helping grow our local Junior League, so get your mates to join as well.

You can help your local junior club win free footy gear. For every club that signs up 25 tipsters, they get FREE footy gear. You will need to let your Club know you have registered.

Congratulations to all players from Northern Rivers Juniors that represented their clubs at the Gabba on Saturday night in the "Guard of Honour" for the Suns first game. We wish the Suns all the best for their season. Photo's from game can be previewed in Photo Gallery - Promotions.